Chemistry Research Project - CHEM6910

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Module delivery information

Location Term Level1 Credits (ECTS)2 Current Convenor3 2024 to 2025
Canterbury
Combined Autumn and Spring Terms 6 15 (7.5) Mark Green checkmark-circle

Overview

In this module students will undertake individual research projects. You will gain skills in conducting and directing scientific research, data analysis and interpretation, problem solving and communication of results, culminating in the writing of your dissertation.

Details

Contact hours

Private Study: 90 Hours
Contact Hours: 60 Hours
Total: 150 Hours

Method of assessment

• Progress Report (2 hours) – 10%
• Presentation (4 hours) – 20%
• Supervisor Assessment – 20%
• Dissertation (20 hours) – 50%

Indicative reading

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Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge and systematic understanding of core and foundation scientific concepts, terminology, theory, and laboratory practice and methods in relation to the conducting scientific research in the chemical sciences.
2. Demonstrate knowledge and systematic understanding of areas of project specific knowledge including computational chemistry, organic and inorganic synthesis and advanced characterisation methods.
3. Appreciate developments at the forefront of specific areas of chemical sciences.
4. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to the subject and to apply such knowledge to develop, plan, conduct and report scientific research.
5. Recognise and analyse problems and plan strategies for their solution by the evaluation, interpretation and synthesis of scientific information and data.
6. Demonstrate skills in the safe handling of chemical materials, taking into account their physical and chemical properties, including any specific hazards associated with their use and to risk assess such hazards.

Notes

  1. Credit level 6. Higher level module usually taken in Stage 3 of an undergraduate degree.
  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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